Strengthening Rural Communities Through Economic Development | Featuring Ron Ziegler

About this episode

Ron Ziegler discusses the efforts of CEDA in strengthening rural communities through economic development.

In this episode of Rural Ruckus Radio, host John Monson sits down with Ron Ziegler from the Community Economic Development Association ( CEDA ) to talk about the real work happening behind the scenes in small towns across the region. From economic strategy and local leadership to community partnerships and long-term growth, Ron shares how CEDA helps communities build sustainable futures and turn ideas into action.

People in this episode

Host: John Monson

Guest: Ron Ziegler

Topics covered

• economic development
• community building
• sustainability

Keywords

• community economic development
• local leadership
• partnerships
• long-term growth

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Strengthening Rural Communities Through Economic Development

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